Inland dam project transformation of barren mountains
Report from a tour of the Barren Jack region details a massive dam and irrigation scheme on the Murrumbidgee. Engineers led by Mr Wade and Mr Smith progress with road construction from Goonflan to the dam site, diverting river waters to irrigate up to millions of acres, while preserving existing forests and enabling a vast power facility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barren Jack City
Riverina
Sydneg
Wrut
Ste Kin i
Rivariaa
Enormoue
Port Jackson
Amd
Barren Park
Eloum
Mauine
Murrumbidgee
Kiandra
Narrandere
W A. Smith
Goonflan
Dkm
Bowning
Hick
Barrendark
Giant Cableway Unveiled in Gorge Engineering Feat
A vast excavation effort resumed with 180 million cubic feet moved to expose lower platforms. A powerhouse and associated buildings rise as a new engineered complex. The gorge hosts a dual platform, the tall tower and a 54 by 31 meter staging area, linked by a premium 2.9 inch diameter steel cable from Lidgerwood. The system promises rapid lift of 10 tons per minute from the river, controlled via electric telegraph and machinery, with ongoing work to clear the river and prepare foundations for future loads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amnora
Eleertrical
Iackemiller Ehopa
Ames
Bisck Andrew
Australia
Lidgerwood Company
America
Dea
Easter Show Wine Awards Highlight Diverse Australian Vintages
The Easter Show hosted a wine awards event with officials from HAS Council and winemakers praising quality. Winners across multiple categories included Light white wines by Angus and Sons and Penfold and Company, full bodied red burgundy types by Morris and Sons, and champion prizes shared by NBW Wine and Spirit Company, Horn and Company, and Gehrig and Company with Penfold and Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Affsiaio
HAS
Old and Company
Jee Angus and Sons
Baward Tyrrell
Wm. Wradhacs
Peafald Wind Company
G. P. Morris Wnd Son
Horn’ and Company
Peafold and Company
Angus
Treveil
Morris and Sons
Willian Wyndham
G. F Morris and Sons
Penfold and Company
Morrie
W. H. Chambers
F. Morris and Sons
Chane
Soma
Ald and Company
Morris and Bons
Wyndham
N.S.W
J. Lyebame Company
Gehenne and Company
F. Moris and’ Sons
Oakley Adama and
Awlaus Compaur
Adelaide
Auralian Vermouth
F. Morris and Gona
NAW
Wise and Spirit Company
Oathy, Adama
Company Proprietary, Limited
Sberry
Manly Echo of Arta Elects Officers at Annual Meet
At the Manly School of Arts annual meeting the Manly Echo of Arta finalized the offerings for the year. Patrons included Meare Thorsos MLP and Dr Amber MLA as president. Dr Baivey named five-presidents with Dr Paps K P Hall and Muarrs W A Bolt J among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manly Echo of Arta
Patrona
Meare
Thorsos
MLP
Amber
Baivey
Paps
K.P. Hall
Muarrs. W. A
Bolt J
Uncertain Auction Notices With Mixed Fragments
Fragmentary notices describe sales by auction with partial dates and locations including West Castlereagh and February timings. The text references pledges, rooms, and a speaker named Jake Russell with unclear context. The piece evokes religious phrases and a call to abstain from excess amid a local auction listing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tha Rooma
George Size
West
Harry Lavy
Pieters
Castlereagh-siredt
Jake Russell
After the School Ship Debates Training and Costs
Captain Mason reports on the naval school ship Sydney So brmon and the training of boys after leaving the institution. He notes hundreds of petitions from employers, but unemployment and misconduct push a reduced intake, with cases of leakage and abuse of shelter funds. Letters from apprentices detail mixed experiences, wages, distances, and duties, while employers commend some youths and lament others failing to meet expectations.
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W. Mr. Mason
Sydney
Spattulona
Paramani
Joel Steht
Vannity- Piace
Heath
Public Instruction
Mesa
Kierin
Wwe
J. A. Davis
Numba Shoalhaven
Te Veolata
Trefer
RW. Buystall
Bank of New South Wales, Young
Pose Office Savings Bank
Bin
Jaletiy
A. Campbell
Gerringong
P.O
AT. Emich
Jumberoo
Dimon
Corey
Uae
Fee Cumeal
Astovis Ovegan
Welde
Steven
W. Bowery
Aml L. Murrey
Tim
Sooumiun
G. Livinestone
Adehite Beamship Company
Thunetmo
J. Compton
Lawson
New Sout Wales
Jou
Jock
Walker
Marine Villa
Park
Faimosin
England
Wriven
Hughes
Harque Austrasia
Aly Daya
Finrace
J. F. Oliver, & Company
Moni
Royal Marine Barracks
Geaport
Hania
Eng
Land
Buxters
W. Kelcher
George
Sam
Noleog
B.C
Beret Hive
Maceh
van Goureh
Bere
Torm
Gabo
M. Dourne
Dar
Nim
Beraun
Omeere
Letters from ships praise sailors and ship training
A collection of messages from aboard ships praises young sailors for discipline and competence. Letters describe G Livinestone and J Compton as capable hands, commend the training on the Sobran and Sobraon, and recount anecdotes of service, injuries, and wages, with gratitude to officers and captains.
One Hundred Years Ago A Memorable Meeting In Sydney
A century ago a memorable parish meeting at St Philip's Church Sydney planned sending a delegate to England to address New South Wales grievances. Governor Bligh had earlier met. Major John Stoy appointed Lieutenant-Governor. Funds were raised to help Mr Arthur proceed to England, with presentations and thanks to local officials and officers. Subscriptions totaled across many donors to cover expenses and honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Philip
Sydney
England
New Southales
Blieh
Dona
John Stoy
Covernor
Ajea Pme
Covernor Roborton
Zona
Marthur
Strumental
M'Arthur
Eotoll
Teade
Raive
Mpatibuf
Hiv
Giuys A1 Ce
Criminal Court
John M’arhur
Mrasre
Kable
Underwood
Nicholas Bayly
Jno
Gregory Blaxland
Gernham Blaxcell
Eber Bunker
Ell. Driver
Imac Nickglls
Sailing affair at Balmain aims charity fundraiser
A fragmentary report notes a sailing related event at Balmain with free use of grounds and pavilion for the Lenore Sestimontat fund, next to a promised steamer arrangement and controversy over tickets and protest by a mulling committee. The event is linked to the Balmain Town Fair and actions by local officials and residents are mentioned for later investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Im Yraterday
Hary
Arthur
Shark Fale
Tweedey
Pat
Labor League Conference Endorses Candidate Rules
The New South Wales Labor League annual conference in Sydney debated reforms for Parliamentary municipal and Shire elections. The committee report urged limits on candidates and strict membership rules, with amendments rejected or adopted amid clashes over who may nominate or hold office and how ballots are conducted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Flee Polusics Labor League
Sydney
Loval
Camatiares
Vie
Ami
H. Lamiini
Pominsvon
P. Edo
Perlavtire
Tarower
Lamond
Thompson
4 Mix
Ass Antoniat
Labor League
New South Wales
T. Deum
Rameo
Drum
Claune
Belog
Leonard
Surry Ihie
Tabor Raulidelen
Hagam
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Barren Jack
Aerrom
Plang
Manly School OF Arts
Bydsay
Almighn
Sobraon
Farrer
Keazasn
Grace Pastoeren
George ST
Roberts’ Hotel
Labor
AL Dc Warton
Ubet
Urade
Sax
Wael
Trete
M.L
Ly Warné
E. J. Bowman
Bourke
Tha Chalareog Ag
Ties
Joo
Derie Lista
Fleser
A. Hall & Company
Geqhge
Spencer Nolan
Oxford Streets
Guan Asteed
Rowley Sewing Machines
Meek Rey
Purchebe
Dpotaitiad Sco
Roy
Eneire
Sevag
Rowley and CO
Victoria
Redfern Stove Works
EMU & Gem
J. Juleff & Son
Wells-street
Redfern
Retfern
John Sands
George-Street
Pel
Mystic
Bala
Ball Dearinge
Nock and Kirby, Ltd
Isa George-Street
Circular Quay
Unterwood-street
Pitteirmsty
Mark Foy’s
Whittlings
Hs. Nowient
Zjting
Sean
Kia
Mark Fooyy
Bentitul Litenes
Suma
J. It Marshall
Derrisr
Wynyard Square
zBowsers Buirer
Davidson & CO
B. Stone & Som
Lewion-Place, Opp
Lew Railway Biation
Metropolitan
Bucine Cal
Pepe
Rm Tabe Tern
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